Movies: Michael Jackson's This is it!

“This Is It!” has been out for a while and I decided to watch it during my off time. As a child of the 80s, MJ is considered one of the legends for my generation. No other performer has given a lasting impression on me other than MJ. So, having the opportunity to watch the final moments of his life preparing for his final concert was a given for me.

“This Is It!” is a behind the scenes documentary on what was supposed to be the final MJ concert. It features clips and commentary from the start of the concert rehearsals until the final day where MJ was alive.

Let me tell you this, for someone who is in his 50s, MJ still has his moves. As you watch the movie, you realize how alive and animated he is. Never once in your life did you ever think that this was a man who would be meeting his death some time soon.

It is amazing how much presence he has even though it was on a movie screen. MJ is a down to earth type of guy. However, he is professional and very hands on. I think all of the crew find him to be a very likeable person.

Nostalgia hit me when I saw MJ performing all his greatest songs. I am utterly impressed how MJ continues to improve on his performances as he goes through them during the practice rehearsals. He chooses his words wisely and makes sure that everyone gets what he says. I like the part where he stops and says “I think the VALUE would be greater if you held that part longer” and he was right.

If you were a fan or you’d just want an insight on how one of the best performers of the world prepares for a concert, this is the movie to watch. MJ is undoubtedly the King of Pop. I suggest you sit down, get relaxed and let the music wash over you.

Awesome Macross Plus editing

Check this youtube video out! Somehow the person edited clips out of Macross Plus anime and placed in Topgun audio and it is quite interesting. It is awesome how the characters mime the words perfectly!

Iron Man

Finally, the movie industry has done right in delivering what a comic adaptation should be. You don't need me to tell you that this movie rocks, it is everywhere in the web! My personal opinion, this movie brings justice to Iron man. Robert Downey Jr. is a great actor and it is a shame that not many people know that. He brought Tony Spark with all the swagger that he could muster, befitting the multi million tycoon.

The storyline is a simple one. It tells on how Tony Spark, being confident in the world he created with his products, suddenly gets to experience a different perspective which shatters his perception of the world. He later goes on a journey of self discovery and ultimately, Iron man.

The action in the movie is top notch with spectacular visuals and effects whenever iron man is in the shot. Surprisingly, Jeff Bridges plays a great villain. I hope he plays more villains in the future, his look in this movie is badass! All in all though, the cast in the movie is great and able to portray their characters believably.

But trust me when I say the true star of the show is Iron man himself. Composed entirely in CGI, he looks awesome! So I highly recommend this movie to everyone, especially comic buffs and Iron man fans! Hopefully, any future comic adaptations are as great as this one. Certainly, this sits well with Spiderman the movie as one of the better comic adaptations into the silver screen.

Good enough to eat!

My Opinion on Rambo 4 the movie.

After 20 years, the sequel to Rambo III has arrived. John Rambo comes full circle this time around with some closure on the character. Just like Rocky Balboa (2006), Rambo IV marks the last of what we will see of Rambo. This doesn't mean that the character dies but merely the fact that I honestly believe that there will not be anymore Rambo films in the future. At least, not by Sylvester Stallone and starred by Sylvester Stallone.

We find John in a secluded river village somewhere in Thailand. He ekes out a living by ferrying people around in his river boat and other odd jobs. It is at this moment that we notice that John doesn't look happy with himself. He looks reserved but you can sense that he is not satisfied. Whether it is with himself or with the situation around him, we do not know. However, he receives a plight from a group of Christian missionaries to ferry them into the neighbouring country, which is embroiled in civil war (Burma). He declines at first, but after being persuaded by Sarah, the only female in the missionary group, he finally accepts even though he himself sees that their lending of aid into Burma is a futile effort.

As expected, the missionary group gets captured by the Burmese army and are subjected to harsh imprisonment. Later, the head of the Christian Church that the missionary group hails from, approaches John in the middle of the night to ask for a rescue mission. Fearing for Karen's safety, he accepts. With the help of some mercenaries, John goes into Burma.

So that is the general plot. Or storyline if you will. Nothing complex, nothing too hard to grasp and no twists near the end. What happens next is pure adrenaline pumping, testosterone inducing, Rambo action. Alot of violence, bullets flying everywhere, deafening explosions, blood & guts are the main offerings. The movie portrays the violent Burmese soldiers really well and you can't wait for Rambo to let loose hell on them. Personally I found the movie satisfying and definitely something you should watch to cure your boredom. If you have watched the other Rambo movies, then there is no reason not to watch this one. Definitely another classic!

Check out the Rambo IV trailer below: